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AB 1687

Driver's licenses: revocation.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Archuleta and 4 co-sponsors

Automatic immediate license revocation for three or more DUI-related convictions within 10 years, plus an eight-year, IID-conditioned path to possible reinstatement.

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on TRANS. (Ayes 6. Noes 0.) (June 23). Re-referred to Com. on TRANS.
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Bill Summary · AB 1687

Summary of AB 1687 (2025-2026) — Driver’s licenses: revocation

Purpose and intent

AB 1687 seeks to strengthen driver’s license revocation provisions in California by adding an automatic revocation trigger for individuals with multiple DUI-related convictions within a 10-year period and by establishing a longer period before eligibility for reinstatement, with an option for reinstatement under specific conditions (notably ignition interlock requirements).

Key changes revolve around:
- Immediate revocation for individuals with three or more DUI-related convictions within 10 years.
- A prohibition on reinstating driving privileges for eight years after such revocation, unless certain conditions are met (e.g., installation and maintenance of an ignition interlock device and other requirements).

The bill is presented as an amendment to Vehicle Code section 13351.

Key provisions and changes

  • Section amended: Vehicle Code, Section 13351.
  • New revocation trigger (a): The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must immediately revoke the driving privilege if there is a showing of three or more convictions within 12 months for certain traffic offenses, or three or more convictions within a 10-year period for specified offenses related to DUI or serious driving violations.
    • Specifically targets offenses such as driving under the influence (DUI) and related penalties that cause serious bodily injury or involve regulated violations.
  • Reinstatement prohibition (b): After an immediate revocation under subdivision (a), the DMV may not reinstate the driving privilege until eight years have elapsed from the date of revocation, and the person provides proof of financial responsibility.
  • Reinstatement with conditions (c): There are exceptions allowing reinstatement before the eight-year period ends if certain conditions are satisfied, including:
    • Installing and maintaining an ignition interlock device (IID) as required.
    • Meeting additional conditions described under the law (e.g., potential verification of installation, program participation, and other safeguards).
  • Reinstatement process (subdivision (2) and (3) in the text): Four years after the last qualifying conviction, a person may apply for reinstatement, subject to:
    • Submitting ignition interlock verification and agreeing to IID requirements.
    • The IID device remaining on the vehicle for two years following reinstatement.
    • Meeting conditions such as not having disqualifying drug/alcohol offenses during revocation, completing a DUI program if required, and not having other disqualifying violations during the revocation period.
  • Compliance and enforcement (subdivision (4)): The department must terminate restrictions and revoke the privilege if the device is tampered with, removed before end of restriction, or if the individual fails to comply with IID maintenance/calibration three or more times. The revocation remains in effect for the remaining period and until all reinstatement requirements are met.

Who is affected

  • Drivers with three or more DUI-related convictions within a 10-year window (or the specified aggregate offenses within the 12-month/10-year windows).
  • Individuals seeking reinstatement after revocation, who would face longer waiting periods and IID requirements.
  • DMV and law enforcement administration of driver licensing, including enforcement of immediate revocation and monitoring IID compliance.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Immediate revocation occurs upon certified court record showing qualifying convictions.
  • A mandatory eight-year period before reinstatement is generally required post-revocation, subject to exceptions.
  • A four-year reinstatement window exists, with conditions including IID installation and ongoing compliance.
  • IID must remain installed for two years after reinstatement.
  • Tampering with or evading IID requirements triggers immediate, extended revocation.

Additional notes

  • The bill text indicates an emphasis on accountability for repeat DUI offenders and leveraging ignition interlock technology to support safe driving as a prerequisite for possible return to driving privileges.
  • The bill was amended and advanced through committee in early 2026, with sponsor support from Assembly Members Lackey, Petrie-Norris, and Archuleta.

If you’d like, I can provide a side-by-side comparison with current law to highlight all specific deviations and the precise statutory language emphasized by AB 1687.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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